If big waves, fun rafting and incredible scenery sound good to you, Lower Gauley River rafting is the perfect trip for you. Medium to humongous rapids are plentiful in this stretch of river. The Lower Gauley might not get the hype of the Upper, but it's got plenty of twists, turns and big hits to keep you on your toes. Dam-controlled releases in September and October dial up prime West Virginia rafting for you. Raft the Lower Gauley. You'll be glad you did.

Gauley white water rafting is like this: Ride a roller coaster right to the top, and look over the drop. Repeat. And repeat, and repeat some more. It's the biggest, wildest, awesome-est time you can have in a raft — hands down. If Gauley River rafting is not already on your "bucket list," get out your pen. If you're ready for it, this West Virginia rafting treat is ready for you.

West Virginia rafting is perfect for the kids, even if they don't know they love it yet. The Upper New River is calm for you, adventurous for them. It's dotted with bouncy beginner rapids and filled with some of the greatest swimming holes you'll ever splash in. We serve a grilled riverside lunch and play games on the river throughout the whole trip. You'll be officially named the greatest parent ever.

New River Rafting = America's Best White Water. The Lower New River — winding through a 1,000-foot deep gorge lined with spectacular sandstone cliffs — is our most popular West Virginia rafting trip. Whether you're a first-timer or coming back for more, Lower New River white water rafting is great for a range of skill levels. Enjoy rolling to full-on-soaking rapids with the help of our expert guides in the "Grand Canyon Of The East." From the big water in the spring to surfing West Virginia-style in the summer, white water rafting the Lower New River will leave you with a big old smile on your face.

Shhh! It's a secret. Looking for something, um, different? If you've got a few white water rafting runs under your belt and are looking for something a little more challenging, well, the Summer Gauley is it. Get big thrills, and get the river all to yourself. ACE is the only company rafting the Gauley River in summer day in and day out. Our guides will help you navigate the Gauley River, maybe in a raft, maybe in an inflatable kayak (FunYak), depending on the day's water levels. Gauley River in the summer is the hidden gem of West Virginia rafting; Come visit and find out why.

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If you've been, then you don't need to be reminded this West Virginia rafting experience is a must-do item on every American's "bucket list." Gauley River rafting combines gorgeous views with awesome action, and ACE offers trips for different adventure levels.

You want to get away? Like, really get away? An Overnight Rafting Trip is exactly what you need. Trade in your cell phone's ring for the sound of a rushing river. Eat like royalty, and camp in comfort. We run New River and Gauley River rafting overnights. This slice of white water rafting in West Virginia is as exciting as it is relaxing. At ACE, we're roughing it easy.